1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 456 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | ZX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
